Brumfield Angus Farms Newsletter | Volume VI | August 2025

Join us - either in person or online - for the 6th Annual Brumfield Angus Farms Female Sale on October 17th at 6:00 PM ET at our headquarters in Sawyer, MI!

This powerhouse offering of 55+ females has it all: pedigrees, performance, and structure. Below are just a few highlights from this year’s sale, with more to come. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram as we release lot photos and videos in the weeks ahead!

Linz-Greater Lady 453-1848 (+*20305048)

CED: +11 (15%) | BW: +1.3 (50%) | WW: +83 (5%) | YW: +152 (3%)

$M: +85 (10%) | $W: +102 (1%) | $B: +246 | (1%) | $C: +404 (1%)

DOB: 11/13/2021 | Sells open ready to flush

Brumfield Blackcap 4751 (+*21254719)

CED: +14 (4%) | BW: +.6 (35%) | WW: +84 (15%) | YW: +153 (10%)

$M: +66 (50%) | $W: +92 (4%) | $B: +267 (1%) | $C: +412 (1%)

DOB: 11/30/2024 | Sells as open heifer

Brumfield Lady 4021 (+*20922183)

CED: +8 (35%) | BW: +1.5 (55%) | WW: +82 (15%) | YW: +154 (10%)

$M: +59 (65%) | $W: +77 (25%) | $B: +242 (2%) | $C: +373 (2%)

DOB: 3/23/2024 | Sells as Spring bred to RSA True Balance

Brumfield Lady 4161 (+*21159722)

CED: +8 (35%) | BW: +2.4 (75%) | WW: +86 (10%) | YW: +149 (10%)

$M: +78 (25%) | $W: +100 (1%) | $B: +251 (1%) | $C: +404 (1%)

DOB: 11/23/2024 | Sells as open heifer

Beyond the cattle, enjoy refreshments, live music, great company, and more - we look forward to seeing you there! See some of the footage from last year's sale below.

KL3 Blackcap 0145 (+*20376376)

CED: +8 (30%) | BW: +2.1 (70%) | WW: +81 (10%) | YW: +133 (15%)

$M: +83 (10%) | $W: +80 (10%) | $B: +229 (1%) | $C: +380 (1%)

Background: KL3 Blackcap 0415 is a powerfully constructed, big-bodied daughter of Hometown that is a phenotypic standout. Stemming from the famed Blackcap cow family, she has a unique combination of EPDs, pedigree, and phenotype that is hard to find. We expect her to be one of our premier donors as we move forward.

Ingram Rita 1514 (+*20037747)

CED: +9 (25%) | BW: -.3 (20%) | WW: +68 (30%) | YW: +124 (25%)

$M: +99 (2%) | $W: +80 (10%) | $B: +201 (4%) | $C: +360 (1%)

Background: Ingram Rita 1514 is sired by the popular $475,000 GAR Hometown and from the $30,000 valued dam Vintage Rita 9016. This female’s exquisite phenotype and great EPD profile made her a $40,000 feature open heifer of the excellent fall production sale at Ingram Angus. Rita 1514 excels with 7 EPD traits ranking her in the top 5% of the Angus breed carrying a +10 CED, +1.29 MARB, +1.00 REA and displays a $C index of +333. Can’t wait to see what 1514 adds to the Brumfield Angus Farms program!

G A R Surefire 387 (+*18942290)

CED: +12 (10%) | BW: +.2 (20%) | WW: +54 (70%) | YW: +103 (60%)

$M: +80 (15%) | $W: +55 (55%) | $B: +206 (3%) | $C: +347 (2%)

Background: GAR Surefire 387 is a great looking surefire daughter that combines femininity and power in an extremely attractive package. She has already shown what she can do with her Mill Brea Identified daughter, GAR Identified 781S, commanding $210,000 as a bred heifer. This female continues to impress us more and more the longer we have her.

Deer Valley Hazel 1829 (+*20249354)

CED: +13 (5%) | BW: +1.6 (55%) | WW: +89 (2%) | YW: +151 (4%)

$M: +75 (20%) | $W: +87 (4%) | $B: +179 (15%) | $C: +307 (10%)

Background: Deer Valley Hazel 1829 is from the famed Yon Hazel cow family known for their maternal ability and great udders. 1829 combines femininity, power and structural correctness in a package that can only be described as an ideal looking angus female. Her first calves are sure impressing visitors

BAF Beef

We’re excited to continue growing our beef operation! This year, we’ve made a strong push into both the retail and wholesale sides of the business, and the feedback from our customers has been very encouraging. Take a look at some photos from our recent photoshoot, and remember - you can order directly from us or find BAF Beef at our partner stores listed below! Learn more at BAF Beef.

T-Bone (20 - 24 oz.)

Filet (8 - 10 oz.)

1 lb. of 85/15 Ground Beef

We value partnerships with local stores that share our commitment to excellence and to providing customers with high-quality food. You can find BAF Beef at For the Love of Bread, 6 Linden, and Whistle Stop!

Partner Name: For the Love of Bread

Location: New Carlisle, IN

Summary: A bakery that specializes in fresh, homemade breads and pastries.

BAF Beef In Stock: Ground Beef, Various Steaks, Roasts, and More!

Partner Name: 6 Linden

Location: Three Oaks, MI

Summary: A local grocer in downtown Three Oaks that sells a wide variety of seasonal, locally sourced meats and produce in addition to an exceptional collection of cheeses and fresh fish. 

BAF Beef in Stock: Ground Beef, Various Steaks, and More!

Partner Name: Whistle Stop

Location: Union Pier, MI

Summary: A beloved local market known for its homemade baked goods, specialty foods, and small-town charm that’s been a community staple for decades.

BAF Beef in Stock: Ground Beef Patties, Various Steaks, and More!

Mid-Year Review: 2025 Cattle and Beef Markets

Tight cattle supplies and steady consumer demand are keeping beef prices historically strong as producers head into the fall run.(source: Drovers)

Has U.S. Cow Herd Rebuilding Finally Begun?

Early signs of heifer retention suggest herd rebuilding may be starting, but limited numbers will continue supporting strong prices.(source: Beef Magazine)

A Market Update

After six consecutive years of liquidation, a historically small cow herd is driving record-high prices across all classes of cattle. (source: Angus Journal)